Reveals medication risks in older patients with renal decline, suggesting cautious use of certain drugs.
The central toxicity of amantadine is significantly enhanced in older patients with renal insufficiency, and chlorphenamine may increase the risk of delirium. The risks associated with using this medication in older patients suffering from the common cold far outweigh the benefits, warranting cautious use in clinical practice; adverse reactions should be managed with prompt discontinuation of the medication and hydration to facilitate drug clearance. This study provides crucial warnings about medication safety in the older population.
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